1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Fiat Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Uno | C3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
